Boat life at the beach, 36ft sailboat at Carolina Beach - Vacation rental home in Carolina Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 6
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• House boat

Sleep aboard Crazy Train. This 36ft sloop gives you the chance to experience boat life but with access to on-shore shower, bathroom, washer/dryer, and a bar.

There is parking and close by access to Carolina Beach.

The boat has a v-berth that sleeps two, a salon with a dining area that converts to a twin, and an aft berth that sleeps three. The kitchen has a cooler/refrigerator, gas range, and toaster. There is a head/bathroom and sink, but we ask guests to use the Marina bathroom and shower.

About the Area

Carolina Beach is home to this houseboat. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

1 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the best Wrightsville Beach vacation home experience:

When to reserve a Wrightsville Beach rental & When to go:

• Reserve your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Winter holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer months are high season in Carolina Beach. To get the largest rental within your budget, we suggest booking in the Spring or Fall. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during the Summer.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites usually offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for additional information.
• Look for your local Wrightsville Beach visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain money saving offers on local tours and attractions.

Use filters to search efficiently:

• Start by having your family choose trip dates and a maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Boat life at the beach, 36ft sailboat at Carolina Beach has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking websites. If not, email or call the property owner before you reserve the rental. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches. You'll need to determine what configuration is suitable for your vacation group.
• If your group is bringing pets, you must book a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for specifics on breed, weight, and type requirements. Usually, property managers charge additional pet fees.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking

Additional considerations:

• We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a hot tub, intercom or appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents quite a few issues.
• Keep the property locked while you are out! Don't let burglars spoil your family vacation.
• To make sure no damages are attributed to your visit, record any problem areas upon check in. Make contact with the property manager right away to record your findings. If there is a dispute, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are usually a great resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to confirm you've collected all belongings. Make sure to check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property a final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager isn't available, take pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to stimulate future bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded expeditiously to remedy it.